{"product_id":"sld-ko-bunka-knife-125mm-nashiji","title":"Owl SLD Ko Bunka Knife 125mm Nashiji","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ko Bunka takes the distinctive shape of a Bunka and shrinks it down into a compact, highly useful kitchen knife. At just 125mm, it’s ideal for smaller ingredients, fruit and vegetables and those everyday jobs where a full-sized chef’s knife feels unnecessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tall blade gives you more knuckle clearance than a typical Petty knife, while the angled tip remains useful for more precise work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnife Shape \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade has a Nashiji finish, named after the slightly textured skin of a Japanese pear, giving the knife a simple, understated appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe knife is finished with a traditional Japanese-style Keyaki handle. Keyaki, also known as Japanese zelkova, is a hardwood commonly used in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade uses SLD, a semi-stainless Japanese tool steel. SLD offers excellent edge retention and sits between traditional carbon and fully stainless steels when it comes to maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSLD is considered semi-stainless rather than completely stainless. It has good resistance to corrosion, but the blade should still be washed and dried thoroughly after use and shouldn't be left wet or sitting in contact with acidic foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways hand wash and dry immediately after use. Never put a Japanese kitchen knife in the dishwasher and avoid cutting frozen foods, bones or other very hard ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade shape – Ko Bunka\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel – SLD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade length – 125mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade finish – Nashiji\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle – Keyaki \/ Japanese Zelkova\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in – Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with all Japanese knives, slight variations in finish and appearance may occur from knife to knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge Verification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou must be aged 18 or over to purchase this knife. Age verification is required when purchasing knives from Community Cutlery, and age and identity checks may also be required on delivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hado","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56341071200641,"sku":null,"price":236.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/4970\/3819\/files\/owl-sld-ko-bunka-knife-125mm-nashiji-3425424.jpg?v=1792869032","url":"https:\/\/www.communitycutlery.co.uk\/products\/sld-ko-bunka-knife-125mm-nashiji","provider":"Community Cutlery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}